Creators Mix’ A new initiative celebrating the emerging vibrant African creative community in the Northeast of England is launching its first-ever “Creators’ Mix” event. Created by UK-based multi-hyphenate artist, author, and certified life coach, Teinye Boyle, this pioneering gathering aims to connect UK-based African creators (Afro-creators) working across film, art, music, fashion, literature, culture, and new media.… Continue reading Creators’ Mix Debuts in Northeast England celebrating African Creators
Category: Northern Voices
Poetry Reading Group with Tolu A. Akinyemi as part of Black History Month
Poetry Reading Group with Tolu A. Akinyemi as part of Black History Month Monday, 20th October 2025 Time: 2pm—3pm Gateshead Central Library Come along and see speaker, author, writer, and poet Tolu A. Akinyemi celebrate Black History Month 2025. Adults only Free entry. Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Bio: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi (also known as Tolutoludo) is… Continue reading Poetry Reading Group with Tolu A. Akinyemi as part of Black History Month
The quiet rising of migrant poets in the North East of England
In a softly lit community hall somewhere in Newcastle, the voice of Nigerian British poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi rises above the shuffle of chairs and hushed greetings. He delivers poems from his book titled ‘Architects of a Cleaner Financial System.’ A piece as unexpected as it is urgent, tackling corruption and financial crime prevention in… Continue reading The quiet rising of migrant poets in the North East of England
The Lion of Newcastle Roars Again
The Roaring Lion Newcastle is proud to announce the release of Home in Motion, a reflective and timely poetry collection by multiple award-winning Nigerian British writer Tolu’ A. Akinyemi. The collection will be available from July 1st, 2025. Following the success of works such as A Booktiful Love, Inferno of Silence and 20 other titles,… Continue reading The Lion of Newcastle Roars Again
This Is Our City: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Ode to Newcastle Comes to Life on Screen
Award-winning poet, in an enthralling blend of poetry and film, captures the collective identity of Newcastle. The Nigerian British author, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, renowned for his poetic works, has released an audio-visual tribute to Newcastle, This Is Our City, that stirs the emotions. Published in his poetry collection, Home in Motion in 2025 by The… Continue reading This Is Our City: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Ode to Newcastle Comes to Life on Screen
Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Chants a Poetic Incantation in the Official Visual Release of ‘The Angel of the North’
Renowned poet and author Tolu’ A. Akinyemi has released the official video for his electrifying poem The Angel of the North, blending poetic performance with compelling visual storytelling. The Angel of the North is a poetic call culled from his 2023 collection of poems for young people, You Need More Than Dreams, published by The… Continue reading Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Chants a Poetic Incantation in the Official Visual Release of ‘The Angel of the North’
Tolu A. Akinyemi Releases Official Video for “Mortality”
Multiple award-winning poet and writer Tolu A. Akinyemi has released the official video for his poem “Mortality,” a deeply moving personal meditation on the inevitability of death and the quiet, unsettling beauty of accepting it. Originally published in his chapbook Voyage, “Mortality” opens with a line that immediately disarms and draws in the listener: “I… Continue reading Tolu A. Akinyemi Releases Official Video for “Mortality”
Lion & Lilac set to host a Black History Month Special at North Shields & District Men’s Catholic Club
After a successful Black History Month Special, which was held in October 2023. Lion & Lilac returns with another edition to showcase even further, leading black voices in the North of England. The event will feature six incredible artists with their unique voices, all in one venue, which includes Degna Stone, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Omotayo… Continue reading Lion & Lilac set to host a Black History Month Special at North Shields & District Men’s Catholic Club
David Francis, Lanre Sonde, Kirsty Hall set to headline at The Stanza
Following a break in June 2024, The Stanza will host an evening of spoken word poetry and live music at North Shields & District Men’s Catholic Club, Cecil Street, North Shields NE29 0DQ on Wednesday 31st July 2024. Entry to the event is free as part of The Stanza’s commitment to ensure accessibility of arts… Continue reading David Francis, Lanre Sonde, Kirsty Hall set to headline at The Stanza
Jess Fielding, Lewis Brown, Boliuma Olusayero, Aaron Wright set to headline at The Stanza
The Stanza will host its last event of the year at North Shields & District Men’s Catholic Club, Cecil Street, North Shields NE29 0DQ on Wednesday 29th November 2023. Entry to the event is free as part of The Stanza’s commitment to ensure accessibility of arts and culture events to inhabitants of North-East England. Doors… Continue reading Jess Fielding, Lewis Brown, Boliuma Olusayero, Aaron Wright set to headline at The Stanza